Sakaki: Maiden for Hire
Chapter 1
We know the story behind the Maidens for Hire services. Theses Maidens are actually robot maids, programmed to do everything for the user who purchases them. These girls can cook, clean, and play with each owner, especially other pleasures, no matter who they are.
The owner and proprietor to the Maiden for Hire Company is Koyomi Mizuhara; she's also the CEO in charge of the company and the creator of the Maidens. She also created Tomo Takino, who was once a defective Maiden, before living a full human life. Yomi's Maiden, Koyomi, managed to obtain her memories and programming, before Tomo malfunctioned herself into a mess; she managed to save her and promised to be in this world, since the REAL Tomo Takino was gone to become an International Sensation.
Now, a new story behind the Maiden for Hire genre has begun, and it took place near the ending of Tomo's "Free Trial".
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Kaorin tried to call Tomo and was ecstatic. She heard the whole Maiden for Hire services from Sakaki and Kagura. She called her on the phone, but no answer.
"Tomo should pick up," she thought, "Today was her final day for owning a Maiden for free. I want to know what it's like."
She then heard the ring from her receiver, but no answer was made. It seems she didn't know about Tomo yet… or for that matter, she'll never know. Luckily, she did answer; except…
"HI-YA! I'm Tomo Takino! Leave your name after the beep; especially if you're Yomi! CALL ME! YAY!"
(BEEP)
She hung up and was angry a bit.
"Tomo must be in tears since the whole Maiden for Hire trial is over," she thought, "Perhaps I could be involved in this Maiden for Hire meal-ticket! Then I'll show that Wildcat Freeloader!"
She let out a grin and cheered herself on. She then looked around her house and found that it is in due time for a major overhaul, cleanliness-wise.
"I should ask her what the number for Maiden for Hire is," she said as she left her house.
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The following week, after visiting Tomo, Koyomi returned home. She was celebrating her success in the Maiden for Hire Company. She ran into Kaorin, who was concerned about the Maiden she wants.
"Hey, Yomi, how are you doing?" She asked.
"Oh, I'm fine," she replied, "I just became a CEO of my new company."
"Hey, Yomi," Kaorin asked, "I heard that Tomo has a Maiden for Hire for one month. And I was wondering; can I have one, too?"
Yomi shrugged her shoulders and sighed. She turned to Kaorin and gave her a card with the number for the services.
"Maybe this will help; after all, you are a part of our services, but only to lazy people."
"Oh, I'm not lazy; it's just my house needs to be very clean."
"I see…"
She then grinned and said to her, "Kaorin, today is your lucky day! I was just here to celebrate my newfound success in the business, by telling all of you guys, but why wait?"
She then spoke about her job as CEO of Maidens for Hire. Kaorin gasped and was shaking in fear.
"YOU? A CEO?" She stuttered.
She let out a squeal for joy and asked if she wants in on the business. Yomi stated that the Maiden for Hire service is very expensive.
"Our services are at 2000 Yen a week," she said, "But for you, since you are my friend, I'll give you your Maiden, for free, for 2 weeks. But then you'll be charged the third week."
"Deal! Where do I sign?" Kaorin asked.
She then said that her Maiden will arrive, but only if she accompany her to the company to choose her choice model. Kaorin was delighted; but she asked if it is all right. Yomi promised her.
"Cool! I always wanted my own robot maid!" She cheered in glee, "Miss Sakaki is gonna be happy for me! WOW, I hope she'll find me cool!"
Yomi's limo arrived. She entered it and said to Kaorin that she'll pick her up tomorrow. She waved goodbye as the limousine drives off.
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The next day, Kaorin arrived at the "Maidens for Hire Company" in Kyoto. She and Yomi were walking along the lines of different models displayed in the windows. She then looked at two maidens, one with black hair and an orange maid outfit and the other with brown hair and glasses with a black maid outfit; they were the spitting images of Tomo and Yomi. All Kaorin could do was blush.
"Yomi, those Maidens look familiar."
"Now, now," Yomi declared, "We must get you your maiden. Besides, you'd be surprised of what type you'll be getting."
She looked around and found a lone Maiden on a display, collecting dust, and was motionless wither eyes closed. She was dressed in a pink cat-girl maid attire with long black hair, orange cat ears, and an ample bust.
"Wow… this Maiden reminds me of Miss Sakaki," She thought.
She called out to Yomi and said that she want the Maiden she saw. Yomi was worried.
"Uh, the thing is that she was one of our models for two weeks, but we had to recall them. You see-."
"Recall, schmecall! I want HER! She reminds me of a friend of mine!" Kaorin snapped.
"But, Kaorin, shouldn't you try our latest models?" Yomi inquired.
"NO! I WANT HER!" She growled.
Yomi let out a shake in fear and gave in to her demands.
"Okay," she stuttered nervously, "She will arrive in two weeks. But make sure you treat her right."
"Thank you," she let out a cheerful smile, "I'll pay you in full!"
Yomi and Kaorin left the factory and back to the limousine; Yomi then asked her as they drove off, "Why would you want an older model like Sakaki?"
"Oh? That's her name?"
"Yes. In fact, you didn't let me finish," Yomi then explained to her, "Sakaki, Model #715154716, was one of our popular Maidens. However, she was only sold once by a man who was a family man. He bought her, but there was a problem."
"Oh? What happened?" Kaorin asked.
"Oh… you know, some glitches and stuff," Yomi panicked and chuckled, "Anyways, she was returned, with a full refund. It happened like around the first 4 days, but we got the bugs removed from her; but ever since that incident, she remained unsold. In fact, she was one-of-a-kind. We never built duplicate models of her."
Kaorin looked worried. She then asked if she'll be happy now. Yomi said that she will; but if any problems with her Maiden, she has to call the company for a free repair. They pay for services, not repairs; though some people tend to fix them themselves, with certain mechanical prowess.
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One week later, she called Sakaki and explained to her about the Maiden for Hire services, and how she got a new Maiden for two free weeks.
"Oh? That's nice," Sakaki said.
"I know! When I get use to her, I want you to see her for yourself!" Kaori grinned, "Maybe you'll see how cool I am!"
"Oh, well, I think it's pretty expensive," Sakaki stated, then asked, "Did Yomi gave you the know-how?"
"Oh, yes; she created her, so it's no problem!"
"Okay. I visit you soon."
"Bye."
Kaorin hung up and dropped to her bed giggling. She then tossed herself around with much joy. She was excited that her new Maiden will arrive next week.
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And sure enough, she came. Kaorin unpacked Robot Sakaki from her giant box and placed her on the chair in front of her. She read the instructions on how to activate her. First, she plugged her in, just to charge her power; next, she straightened her dress up and stood her up; and finally, she brushed aside her hair, revealing a small red button on the back of her neck. She pressed it and stepped back a bit.
"Whoa! How exciting!" Kaorin said in joy.
The Robot Sakaki made noises and suddenly opened her LED blue eyes. She moved a bit and turned to Kaorin. She smiled and bowed.
"Thank you for your purchase," she spoke in a similar voice like Sakaki's, except it was more cheerful, "I am Model #715154716, but you can call me Sakaki. I am your Maiden for Hire; I am here for your guaranteed service. I will cook for you, clean for you, and even help you with anything you desire. How may I serve you?"
Kaorin was shocked, yet surprised. Recognizing Robot Sakaki's voice made her flush beet red. She introduced herself and suggested that she call herself Kaori.
"Huh? What is wrong with Kaorin?" she asked, "I find it a very cute name!"
She started to shake in embarrassment.
"That name was given to me when I was in High School; can't you just call me by my real name?" She whimpered.
The Robot Sakaki nodded and responded, "Okay, master! I will call you Miss Kaorin."
"WHAT? WHY?"
"I overheard you saying that I resemble a "Miss Sakaki", as you call her. I want to know if I can call you that name."
"But…"
"Oh, now don't be wasting my power on trying to introduce yourself; I have a job to do. What would you me like to do?"
Kaorin then ordered her entire living room to be clean. The maiden agreed and began to clean up in super speed. Knowing these Maidens, they can finish the job real quick. The last Maiden we mentioned lasted 30 minutes. This maiden lasted 45 minutes, despite the fact that Kaorin's living room was huge.
The Maiden Sakaki bowed and asked, "Is there anything else I can do for you?"
All Kaorin could do was stammer in shock, seeing this Maiden clean the house in nearly an hour.
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Later that night, Kaorin was getting ready for bed. The Maiden Sakaki draped the covers over her. She then gave a kiss on the cheek and sat by her. She plugged herself in and stayed in a seated position. Kaorin, however, was concerned over the robot's appearance in her room.
"As much as I'd love to sleep with Sakaki by me, or a reasonable facsimile thereof," she thought, "It still isn't the same without the REAL Miss Sakaki."
She got up and asked her, "Sakaki, why do you stay by my side?"
She said nothing. She was motionless.
"Oh, I see, Miss-, I mean Sakaki is recharging. I get she is not chatty when it comes to sleeping. Typical robots. Plus, I have got to start calling her Sakaki, and not Miss Sakaki."
Kaorin went to sleep as the Robot Sakaki continued to recharge. However, she stopped and looked at a sleeping Kaorin. Her heart started to beat a bit and she blushed.
"She looks real cute when she's sleeping," she whispered, "Good night… Miss Kaorin."
She closed her eyes and went to sleep mode.
Kaorin is happy that she'll have a robot maid of her own, even if it was a resemblance of her high school crush; but her happiness could lead to disaster.